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Massachusetts Adult and Community Learning Services (ACLS) ACLS, a unit at the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (ESE), oversees and improves no-cost basic educational services (ABE) for adults in Massachusetts. ACLS funds a broad network of education providers/programs in Massachusetts programs which provide educational services to adults with academic skill levels below 12th grade, and/or adults who need English language skills to succeed in our communities. These include local school systems, community-based agencies, community colleges, libraries, volunteer organizations, correctional facilities, as well as family literacy and workplace education programs. The website includes of directory of ABE, pre-GED, GED and ESOL resources and programs.

English For New Bostonians ENB is a strategic, public/private/community partnership initiated by the Mayor's Office of New Bostonians that focuses the attention and resources of Boston's leaders and immigrant communities on meeting the needs of English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) in Boston. ENB partners include philanthropic and corporate organizations, the ESOL community (community leaders, ESOL students, program graduates, ESOL teachers and other practitioners) and the City of Boston.

First Literacy Founded in 1988, First Literacy (formerly the Boston Adult Literacy Fund) mobilizes private funds and public awareness to meet the literacy needs of thousands of Greater Boston adults and families. We have helped over 35,000 adults reach their educational goals and become more effective parents, workers, and community members.

Literacy Volunteers of Massachusetts LVM trains volunteer tutors to provide free, confidential, and individualized tutoring to adults in basic reading and writing and English as a Second Language.

Massachusetts Coalition for Adult EducationThe Massachusetts Coalition for Adult Education (MCAE) is a statewide membership organization of educators, adult students, individuals, organizations, and businesses which support equal educational opportunities for adults. MCAE works for the best quality delivery of adult education instruction and the advancement of professionalism in the field.